1/2 Penny - Edward IV 1st reign, Heavy coinage

€1.00
IssuerEngland
Year1461-1464
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Penny (1⁄480)
CurrencyPound sterling (1158-1970)
CompositionSilver
Weight0.50 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sp#1989, North#1545
Obverse descriptionCrowned facing portrait of King Edward IV within inner beaded circle, legend around.  Note: lis on breast, pellets by crown.
Obverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Obverse lettering+ EDWARD REX ANG
(Translation: Edward King of England)
Reverse descriptionLong cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in each quarter, legend around.  Note: extra pellets in two quarters.
Reverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Reverse letteringCIVI TAS LON DON
(Translation: City of London)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1461-1464)  - London mint -
Catalog ID7361607920
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